MLS# DAAR6122241 - 438 Buck View Rd Ely, MN 55731

Rustic Lakefront Home on 1.2 Acres with 279' of beautiful Garden Lake shoreline. This property offers incredible potential with a home ready for your vision and updates—perfect for those looking to renovate or remodel to make it their own. Tucked away in the heart of the Northwoods, this spacious 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom lakefront home sits on a private 1.2 acre lot with an impressive 279 feet of shoreline on pristine Garden Lake, part of the White Iron Chain of Lakes. The main level features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, a cozy living room with a wood burning fireplace and bay window, and a generous kitchen with alder cabinets and ample storage. A large screened lakeside porch-accessible from both the living and dining areas-provides a peaceful space to relax, dine, and enjoy the tranquil lake views. The walkout lower level includes 2 additional bedrooms, a full bath, a spacious great room with a second wood burning fireplace, an office, and a utility room-offering excellent space for guests, recreation or remote work. Outside, the property truly shines. A 2-stall detached garage provides ample space for storage and vehicles. But the standout feature is a hand-hewn custom log cabin—a beautiful example of rustic craftsmanship. With two upper sleeping lofts and a classic dry sauna, this one-of-a-kind structure captures the essence of the authentic Northwoods experience. This log cabin offers warmth and character for a guest space, artist studio or peaceful getaway. Whether you're seeking a year-round home or a seasonal retreat, this property offers privacy, premium lake frontage with, spectacular views and direct access to the BWCAW, some of Minnesota's most beautiful waters.

Rustic Lakefront Home on 1.2 Acres with 279' of beautiful Garden Lake shoreline. This property offers incredible potential with a home ready for your vision and updates—perfect for those looking to renovate or remodel to make it their own. Tucked away in the heart of the Northwoods, this spacious 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom lakefront home sits on a private 1.2 acre lot with an impressive 279 feet of shoreline on pristine Garden Lake, part of the White Iron Chain of Lakes. The main level features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, a cozy living room with a wood burning fireplace and bay window, and a generous kitchen with alder cabinets and ample storage. A large screened lakeside porch-accessible from both the living and dining areas-provides a peaceful space to relax, dine, and enjoy the tranquil lake views. The walkout lower level includes 2 additional bedrooms, a full bath, a spacious great room with a second wood burning fireplace, an office, and a utility room-offering excellent space for guests, recreation or remote work. Outside, the property truly shines. A 2-stall detached garage provides ample space for storage and vehicles. But the standout feature is a hand-hewn custom log cabin—a beautiful example of rustic craftsmanship. With two upper sleeping lofts and a classic dry sauna, this one-of-a-kind structure captures the essence of the authentic Northwoods experience. This log cabin offers warmth and character for a guest space, artist studio or peaceful getaway. Whether you're seeking a year-round home or a seasonal retreat, this property offers privacy, premium lake frontage with, spectacular views and direct access to the BWCAW, some of Minnesota's most beautiful waters.